A hostage is most likely to survive a hostage situation if she:
A) plays the subordinate role and not attract attention to oneself.
B) attempst to reason with the hostage takers.
C) becomes assertive and argumentative.
D) pleads for mercy.
E) attempts to overtake the hostage taker(s).

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Playing the subordinate role and not attracting attention to oneself is often recommended by experts in hostage negotiation as a way to reduce the risk of being targeted by the hostage-takers or getting caught up in any violence that may ensue. Assertiveness, argumentativeness, or attempting to reason with the hostage-takers are generally not recommended as they may escalate the situation and put the hostage in greater danger. Pleading for mercy may also not be effective if the hostage-takers are not willing to negotiate or have their demands met. Attempting to overtake the hostage-takers is extremely risky and should only be done as a last resort if there is no other option available for survival.

A Hostage Is Most Likely to Survive a Hostage Situation